10 Facts About Afghanistan Independence Day

Afghanistan Independence Day is celebrated on August 19th every year.

It commemorates the signing of the Anglo-Afghan Treaty of 1919.

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The treaty was signed by Amanullah Khan, the then-Emir of Afghanistan, and Henry McMahon

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The treaty ended the Third Anglo-Afghan War, which had lasted from May to August 1919.

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The day was originally called "Jeshne Milli", which means "National Celebration".

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The name was changed to "Afghanistan Independence Day" in the 1960s.

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The national sport of Afghanistan is buzkashi, a game in which players on horseback compete to catch a goat or calf.

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Afghanistan is a major producer of opium and heroin.

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Afghanistan is currently in a state of political instability and conflict.

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